The Red Emperor
Xi Jinping and His New China
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Headline Publishing Group
Published:29th Aug '24
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This biography offers a comprehensive look at Xi Jinping's rise to power and the complexities of his leadership in The Red Emperor.
In The Red Emperor, veteran foreign correspondent Michael Sheridan offers a detailed and engaging exploration of Xi Jinping, the man who leads China and influences global affairs. This biography delves into Xi's early life as a 'princeling' born into one of the ruling families of Communist China. After facing exile during the Cultural Revolution, he navigated a complex path back to power, ultimately becoming the paramount leader in 2012 following the dramatic downfall of his rival, Bo Xilai.
Sheridan's narrative takes readers from Xi's humble beginnings to the present-day powerhouse that China has become. The book paints a vivid picture of a nation marked by power struggles, corruption, and the ever-present shadow of Xi's authoritarian rule. Under his leadership, the country has seen a rise in state control, with a focus on purging dissent and consolidating power within a techno-security state. Xi's ambitions extend beyond China's borders as he seeks to reshape global trade and challenge Western democratic ideals.
Through firsthand reporting and insider accounts, The Red Emperor reveals the intricate dynamics of the Chinese Communist Party and the modern dynasty that Xi represents. It provides a nuanced understanding of the man who stands at the helm of one of the world's most influential nations, offering insights into his motivations and the implications of his rule for the future of China and the world.
Deeply researched . . . incisive . . . The early part of The Red Emperor by Michael Sheridan has even a reader unschooled in psychoanalysis wondering about the sort of life-long imprint that trauma can inflict . . . the most vivid and compelling biography of Xi published to date. -- James Kynge * Financial Times *
Michael Sheridan is one of the best informed and wisest writers on China. This book on Xi Jinping should be widely read by all who are interested in the life and times of the man who is likely to be the last Emperor of China. -- Chris Patten, last Governor of Hong Kong
Extraordinary . . . compelling * Daily Mail *
. . . accessible and very readable, especially given the complexities of the material at hand. Historical fact is easily explained and interwoven with anecdotes from different corners which make for a really gripping read. If you've ever wanted to learn more about the man behind today's China, then this is the perfect gateway. * PA Media *
Immensely readable, it deftly navigates the complexities of the subject matter, effortlessly and plainly explaining historical fact and bringing it to life with gripping anecdote. * Sunday Post *
This is a fast-paced and well-written biography. Sheridan identifies the key events and people, and then works them together into a dramatic narrative. * Literary Review *
Boisterous, no-holds-barred . . . the fact Sheridan is not beholden to maintaining access to China, like some other recent authors of books on Xi, makes this a fairly comprehensive account for the general reader. * The Irish Times *
a racily readable account of Xi that moves fluidly between the attested public record and more contested allegations. It progresses clearly and helpfully through Xi's backstory, career, likely influences and espoused ideas. -- Julia Lovell * The Times *
Michael Sheridan is one of the best informed and wisest writers on China. This book on Xi Jinping should be widely read by all who are interested in the life and times of the man who is likely to be the last Emperor of China. -- Chris Patten, last Governor of Hong Kong
ISBN: 9781035413478
Dimensions: 236mm x 164mm x 34mm
Weight: 600g
368 pages